School Parking Patrol – Albert Village Primary

Today PC1234 Owain and PCSO6686 Maddie carried out parking patrols outside Albert Village school. While many parents and carers parked safely, we also saw some shocking parking, including vehicles placed far too close to junctions and obstructing visibility.

During the checks, 6 drivers were moved on for parking too close to a junction, which significantly increases the risk of an accident.

We cannot be there every day, so we rely on parents and carers to park sensibly to keep the whole school community safe.

 Where you can park 

In marked parking bays

Safely and legally along the roadside where no restrictions are in place

Away from junctions, crossings and school entrances

In a place that does not block driveways or reduce visibility

 Where you must not park

Within 10 metres of a junction

On zig‑zags or school keep‑clear markings

On pavements where it obstructs pedestrians, wheelchairs or prams

Across dropped kerbs

In a way that blocks sight lines for children crossing

Thank you to those who continue to park considerately — small actions make a big difference to children’s safety.